Field Archaeology Project Lead (Mid-Atlantic Region)

Stantec; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Project Archaeologist for the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Eastern region. The role supports a growing cultural resources team performing Section 106/NEPA analyses, technical studies, and permitting for federal, state, and local clients.

The ideal candidate will manage complex investigations, supervise field crews, and contribute to Phase I–III reports, traveling within the Mid-Atlantic region as required for project work.

Qualifications

• Experience applying goals and strategies in archaeological assessments and Phase I, II, and III investigations.

Responsibilities

• Act as task manager for complex cultural resource investigations across diverse sectors including utility, transportation, renewable energy, and government.
• Supervise field personnel; manage daily paperwork, field maps, notes, photographs, vehicles, and equipment.
• Coordinate archaeological assessments and Phase I–III investigations as part of project teams.
• Contribute to archaeological assessment and Phase I–III reports.
• Liaise between culture resources team and project managers on large projects and client portfolios.
• Liaise between field staff, senior investigators, and project managers.

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Project Archaeologist for the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Eastern region. The role supports a growing cultural resources team performing Section 106/NEPA analyses, technical studies, and permitting for federal, state, and local clients.

The ideal candidate will manage complex investigations, supervise field crews, and contribute to Phase I–III reports, traveling within the Mid-Atlantic region as required for project work.